1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Charade | Q7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |